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HAGERSTOWN, Md. (DC News Now) — Hagerstown City Council is exploring annexing 172 acres in Washington County to attract a new business, possibly a data center. Council sees the move as a way to head off a projected $10 million budget deficit. Last month, the head of Maryland’s Tech Council told city hall a data center on the annexed site could close most of that budget gap.
HAGERSTOWN, Md. — The Washington County Board of Commissioners approved a $2.3 million renovation contract for the county detention center Tuesday and endorsed a state highway proposal that would preserve downtown Hagerstown parking while accommodating bicyclists. Commissioners also delayed a $1.27 million software contract over concerns about rising costs,...
The Salvation Army of Washington County will launch its Red Kettle Campaign on Nov. 12 to raise money for programs serving local families. The campaign will run through Dec. 24, according to a community announcement. Max Krumpe, co-owner of Krumpe's Do-Nuts, will serve as Christmas Campaign chair. Krumpe's Do-Nuts has a connection to the Salvation Army's history with doughnuts. The Salvation Army established the first National Donut Day in 1938 to honor the "Donut Lassies," volunteers who served doughnuts and provided comfort to American soldiers during World War I and World War II, according to the announcement. "The Red Kettle Campaign is about neighbors helping neighbors," Krumpe said. "The Salvation Army has been caring for our community for generations, and I'm honored to help encourage others to get involved so these programs can continue making a difference." Red Kettle kickoff planned at Valley Mall A campaign kickoff will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 14 during Valley Mall's Santa Arrival Celebration at Belk Court. The event will feature the Salvation Army's Painted Kettle Display, with kettles designed by local schools, student groups and community partners. Visitors can vote for a favorite kettle by making a donation, with
The Washington County Health Department is accepting applications for a full-time Coordinator Special Programs position through Wednesday, Nov. 18. The position involves managing programs and initiatives, preparing grant proposals, monitoring budgets and supervising staff. Program areas include chronic disease prevention and control, bicycle safety and nutrition education. Applicants must have...
The Washington County Chamber of Commerce will host its next Eggs and Issues program on Wednesday, December 2, featuring a discussion about the growth of the data center industry and lessons learned in Loudoun County, Virginia. The program, titled “Data Centers: The Loudoun County Experience,” will feature Joe Kroboth, deputy...
Santa Claus is trading his sleigh for an airplane this Thanksgiving weekend as he makes a special holiday arrival at the Hagerstown Aviation Museum on Friday, November 27, 2026. Even Santa knows the A-10 Warthog is a little too much airplane for his holiday travels! While he won’t be arriving...
Arepa King, a Venezuelan restaurant preparing to open its first Montgomery County location in Gaithersburg’s Kentlands neighborhood, has announced the permanent closure of its Hagerstown restaurant as it transitions to the new location. The Hagerstown restaurant officially closed on Thursday, November 12, after opening in February 2025. In a...
